Being that my husband and I were both first-born, type-A personalities, there was little doubt in our minds regarding whether or not we would find out the gender of our first baby. We most definitely wanted to know, not just because it made for easy decorating, but...
As a young single woman, I spent most of my free time in ministry. When I got engaged, my fiancé was equally involved. During our engagement, we envisioned great plans for us in ministry after we married. We talked about leading small groups for young married couples,...
When my children were babies, I loved reading bedtime stories to them. It’s a routine that sets a good example for children about the importance of reading. It also creates a time and place far away from televisions, computers, and phones, where families can connect...
Last summer I bought a medium-sized potted bush to decorate my back porch. As autumn drew to a close, bringing with it the winter chill, I knew I should have sheltered it in some way. But I procrastinated too long, and later I watched it freeze in the chill of...
My kids can’t wait until Christmas morning when they get more stuff. They already have a room overflowing with toys and craft supplies and books and stuffed animals. I don’t even know what to get them anymore! But they can’t wait to get more every December. ...
